Biking

Bike Around Michigan’s Little Bavaria

Pedal through bike-friendly Frankenmuth on scenic paths, paved, and unpaved trails, all of which make for some pretty remarkable views of Michigan’s Little Bavaria.

With scenes of the panoramic river vistas, rail trails, and nearby networked trail systems, you’ll cover plenty of ground on two wheels here. Visit the Holz-Brücke Wooden Bridge to see a bike station complete with a map, repair stand, and benches.

Find a detailed bike map HERE. And, its extension HERE.

Ride Along the Riverwalk

Breeze by an almost-mile-long loop that winds around Heritage Park and along the waterfront. Comfortable benches, restrooms, and drinking fountains along the way add to this path’s appeal. Try the Gunzenhausen Street walkway, too, for a path closed to motorized traffic plus platforms and overlooks for over-the-top views of the Cass River.

Bike on the Best Roads in Frankenmuth

Rather go road biking in town? Just look for the striped bike lanes on some of our city streets: Genesee Street, Tuscola Street, Mayer Road, Churchgrove Road, and Schleier Street. Tighten down that helmet, and pedal on!

Pedal With Your Pals

Think biking with a twist...ale around town on the PedAle Trolley. This 16-person pedal-powered trolley is a fun way to explore Frankenmuth and get some light exercise and fresh air too! Choose from varied two-hour tours: Pub Crawl, River Ride, Main Street Mixer, Attraction Trek, and more. Sit. Smile. Pedale for awhile.

Access State & National Bike Routes

A handful of popular long-distance cycling routes wind through Frankenmuth: U.S. Bike Route 20 (300 miles from Marine City to Ludington); Iron Belle Trail (2,000 miles circling the State of Michigan); and the Great Lakes Bay Regional Trail (100 miles of trail networks through Bay, Midland, and Saginaw Counties). Just three more excuses for a stop in Frankenmuth!

Participate in Frankenmuth Bike Events

It’s wheels down in German town for the Frankenmuth Fondo — a cycling race with 25k, 50k, and 100k options.

Bike on Rail Trails and Paths Near Frankenmuth

Interested in riding through old railroad corridors? Turns out they make for even better bike paths and we have plenty you can test your treads on. They’re perfect for families looking to get active outdoors in Frankenmuth, and they offer up prime views of local birds and wildlife with every ride!